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News and analysis
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Trump and China: a trade war the bourgeois can get behind
Trump’s latest tariffs on Chinese goods threaten to escalate and destabilise an already fragile situation.
Grenfell inquiry: we won’t forget this crime
Those responsible for the Grenfell murder are desperately seeking to defer the blame. But we must not let them get away with this.
‘Digital trade unionism’? – Organise, don’t atomise!
The TUC is seeking to involve more young workers in the unions through their ‘WorkSmart’ app. But union leaders need to mobilise workers on the basis of a fighting strategy and bold programme.
Tory rebels’ retreat prepares future crisis
The Prime Minister has weathered the recent Brexit storm for now. But far greater winds and waves lie ahead.
Tory cuts fuel domestic violence and abuse
Tory austerity – in the form of universal credit – is trapping women in abusive relationships.
New Labour careerism: more than a few bad apples
Blairite MPs have made a killing on the back of their political careers. It is time to cut this rot out of our party.
Confident mood at centenary conference of food workers union
Inspiring strike action and the prospect of a Corbyn Labour government lifted spirits at the recent BFAWU conference.
Dacre and the Daily Mail: mouthpiece for reaction
The reactionary rag that is the Daily Mail, has lost its long-standing editor. But the paper will continue to be a platform for the most poisonous political ideas.
The ugly face of the beautiful game
The world’s most popular sport has been corrupted by money and profit-seeking. We need to kick capitalism out of football.
Venezuela after the elections: the crisis deepens
The situation facing the masses in Venezuela has continued to decline following the re-election of Nicolas Maduro last month. A revolutionary way forward is urgently required.
Andrew O’Hagan’s ‘The Tower’: Excusing murder
One year on, the victims of the Grenfell fire are still fighting for justice. But there are some who choose to defend the criminal actions of those responsible.